As sustainability is becoming a common practice in planning transport systems and mobility services, the designation and management of gender issues are of paramount importance. TInnGO is a European Project that has developed a network of 10 national Hubs to build the capacity to generate and apply evidence on gender equality and transport issues at the European level. This paper presents the project activities by introducing a relevant framework and exploring user mobility experiences based on gender to identify diversified needs and requirements. This process relies on the combination of a review of current gender-oriented experiences and practices in mobility with focus group activities conducted in four different EU cities. The insights obtained from these activities supported the design of a survey to collect information on socioeconomic, personal, and operational aspects to serve a gender-oriented transport analysis for all the Hubs. These preliminary analyses identified the main issues related to the female mobility experience, namely safety, security, accessibility, and transport reliability. Future research on the data collected through the survey would help operators in successfully improving their mobility offer to women.
The COVID-19 pandemic has strongly impacted people's main routine, which certainly includes their mobility habits. This paper aims to assess the pandemic's mobility impacts and whether these may have increased the already existing inequality between men and women. In particular, the variation of mode choice in a pre-COVID and post-COVID scenario is investigated, focusing on the use of transport mode defined as Smart Mobility. The analysis is performed on data collected in thirteen European countries between July and September 2020 through a survey designed using an intersectional approach. Responses are analyzed to highlight correlations between different factors affecting mobility changes: some interest is reserved to the modes used according to the journey scope (work, errand, shopping). Overall, results reveal more people walking for their daily journeys, while a significant decrease in the use of public transport is observed. Although these changes affect women more, the main reason behind this is the need for more safety in terms of low risk of contagion, irrespective of gender. A specific focus on using modes commonly associated with a Smart Mobility offer (such as shared modes, public transport, walking, and biking) reveals differences originating when comparing men and women responses and various age ranges.
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This article presents the cleaning strategy of the gypsum panel entitled “Os Pescadores”, stored for years without a proper conditioning, presenting large amounts of superficial and more adhered dirt. The methodological approach combined the use of wet and dry methods. As a material of great presence in the Portuguese context, it’s important to share information on case studies posing specific challenges.
BACKGROUND: Historically, the transport sector has been male-dominated in all countries, including Portugal. In recent years, Portugal has struggled to balance the proportion of men and women working in the transport sector through policies, programs, and awareness campaigns. In most cases, the overall impact has been rather unsatisfactory, questioning the necessity of introducing other methods and strategies. OBJECTIVE: The main objectives were to assess the existing gender inequalities in the Portuguese transport sector labour market, identify the causes, and propose guidelines and possible solutions toward a more inclusive and gender-neutral society. METHODS: Using both qualitative and quantitative methods, the methodological background of this research is divided into three main parts: (i) a literature review of academic publications, reports, and laws in the European and Portuguese context, (ii) semi-structured interviews with representatives of two Portuguese transport companies, and (iii) statistical analysis compiling data from European and national official sources. RESULTS: There is evidence of differences in opportunities between women and men, starting with lower mobility and access to the labour market. Some companies in the sector have already recognised the existence of asymmetries and have introduced policies and measures to reduce them. Nonetheless, the actions already implemented have not led to the expected results. CONCLUSION: More governmental and institutional attention should be provided to develop gender-neutral employment policies for the transport sector and more accurate gender equality measures and instruments to change the status quo are needed. This paper presents a series of recommendations for better governance of gender inequalities in the Portuguese transport labour market.
Trata-se do relato de experiências de integração ensino-serviço-comunidade, de um grupo tutorial do Programa de Educação para o Trabalho em Saúde (Pet-Saúde), cujo eixo temático foi Educação Interprofissional (EIP), realizadas entre os meses de abril de 2019 a março de 2021. O projeto foi realizado em parceria entre a Universidade Federal e a Secretaria de Saúde de um município do interior do Maranhão tendo por tema a Saúde Integral da População LGBTQIA+, sendo constituído por acadêmicos de três cursos (Educação Física, Enfermagem e Medicina), preceptores da Atenção Primária em Saúde, coordenador e tutores docentes. Durante os dois anos de atividades, o grupo pode realizar estudos relacionados as temáticas de EIP e saúde LGBTQIA+, com diagnóstico situacional e reconhecimento do território em relação a atenção dedicada a essa população. Fomentou discussões sobre as competências colaborativas e os desafios para a implantação da Política Nacional de Saúde Integral da População LGBTQIA+. Realizou pesquisas, trabalhos científicos, e confecção de artigos. Além de realizar EIP por meio do ensino remoto durante a pandemia, apoiando a comunidade e profissionais no enfrentamento da COVID-19. Conclui-se com a experiência do grupo PET saúde LGBTQIA+, por todo trabalho desenvolvido, que foi possível deixar um legado para universidade e para o sistema de saúde, por ter permitido aproximações antes impensadas entre cursos, estudantes, docentes, e preceptores, e por ter incentivado a implementação de discussões e reflexões sobre práticas colaborativas e especificidades da saúde da população LGBT, nunca feito antes com tal intensidade.
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